SCHOOL GROUPS
BUNNIES | JACKRABBITS | LYNX | TRACK ATTACK
Whether your goal is to compete on the international stage, or simply to develop the skills required for participation in cross-country skiing – a “sport for life” – we have the program for you.
Our programs are developed by Cross Country Canada and delivered through our Provincial Sport Organization; Cross Country Ontario. Our youth programs follow the Long Term Athlete Development (LTAD) Model, which integrates health and education with sport and physical activity. It encourages all individuals to be involved in lifelong physical activity and articulates the need for all children, particularly those that have the capacity and interest to become elite athletes, to be given a solid foundation in physical, technical, tactical and mental capacities upon which to build their performance abilities.
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BUNNIES
$75
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The Bunnies Program is a Nordiq Canada Skill Development program. It’s a fun and active way for kids to learn how to cross country ski and enjoy the winter. It follows the ‘Active Start’ stage of the Nordiq Canada Long Term Athlete Development (LTAD) Model and is designed to introduce children aged 4 to 6 to the sport of cross country skiing and the healthy and fun lifestyle associated with it. For Registration please follow the link below to Zone4 and follow the steps.
*One parent is required to be with their child on snow skiing during the sessions.
AGE:
4-6
SESSION DATES:
Sat/Sun
January to March
TIME:
TBD
CONTACT INFORMATION:
YOUTH PROGRAMS COORDINATOR
Megan Richardson
JACKRABBITS
LEVELS 1-4
$100
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The Jackrabbits program is a part of the Nordiq Canada skill development program. It follows the FUNdamentals stage of the Nordiq Canada Long Term Athlete Development model. Jackrabbits has 4 different levels. Level 1 is the beginner level helping children get comfortable on skis and teaching basic techniques. Level 4 is the most advanced level, this level focuses more on learning how to skate ski and improving classic technique. As the levels progress, so does the skill level and technical work. The goal of this program is to instill a lifelong interest in cross country skiing by having a fun and open environment for learning and growing. All kids over the age of 8 with no experience skiing should contact the Youth
Program Coordinator for more information.
AGE:
6-10
SESSION DATES:
Saturdays
January to March
TIME:
TBD
CONTACT INFORMATION:
YOUTH PROGRAMS COORDINATOR
Megan Richardson
TRACK ATTACK
$105
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Track Attack follows the Learning to Train and Training to Train stages of the Nordiq Canada Long Term Athlete Development Model. Track Attack offers a challenge to skiers who are ready to move up from level 4 or Lynx, but may not be ready to join the race team. This program does potentially lead into joining the Walden Nordic race team if skiers are interested in moving up after completing the program. The goal of this program is to improve skiers skills and introduce them to racing in a positive non-competitive environment.
*Completion of the Jackrabbit program is not necessary; however, skiers should know how to Classic and Skate ski before registering.
AGE:
9-13
SESSION DATES:
Saturdays
January to March
TIME:
TBD
CONTACT INFORMATION:
YOUTH PROGRAMS COORDINATOR
Megan Richardson
LYNX
$105
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The Lynx Program follows the Active for Life stage of the Nordiq Canada Long Term Development model. The program is designed for youth who are interested in skiing without the pressure of racing. The goal is to provide a positive environment for skiers to improve skills and have a good time skiing with a group. It is a great way to have fun outdoors, enjoy skiing and maintain fitness.
*Completion of the Jackrabbit program is not necessary to participate in the Lynx program. However some knowledge or experience cross country skiing is preferable.
AGE:
11-15
SESSION DATES:
Saturdays
January to March
TIME:
TBD
CONTACT INFORMATION:
YOUTH PROGRAMS COORDINATOR
Megan Richardson